Business Development Manager

Radius; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius in Salford is seeking a Business Development Manager to grow our construction sector customer base. You will attract and convert new customers, handle referrals, nurture existing relationships, and boost sales and profits toward the team target.

You will research industry trends to identify opportunities and attend events to connect with potential clients. Responsibilities include mapping industries, contacting prospects, preparing sales materials with marketing, maintaining a healthy

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and meticulous approach to sales processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across stakeholders.
• Ability to explain complex systems in clear, simple language.
• Strong organisation skills and ability to prioritise leads.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive attitude with initiative and resilience.
• Team player able to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Shows resilience in meeting targets and overcoming setbacks.

Responsibilities

• Map relevant industries and input into sales strategy.
• Directly contact prospects and manage referrals and existing customers.
• Prepare sales materials with the marketing team.
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and advance leads through stages.
• Negotiate terms to meet sales targets.
• Manage CRM system effectively.
• Mentor and train the wider sales team using product knowledge.
• Attend networking events, conferences and industry exhibitions.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excellent communication

Explain complex systems clearly

Organisation & prioritisation

Multi-task in fast-paced environment

Initiative & positive attitude

Team player & relationship building

Resilience

Job description

VUE are industry leaders both in Video Telematics and Insurtech. Our solutions are used every day by the UK's largest fleets, construction companies and public services, helping them improve vehicle and site safety, and ultimately saving lives.

With this at the forefront of everything we do, we are a business that is continually growing and looking to develop. Our team is made up of like-minded driven individuals, who support each other, are proactive and work together to continually progress whilst striving to provide our customers with exceptional service

Job Description

The role of Business Development Manager is really important to us. This role is focused on growing our customer base in the construction sector. You will be responsible for attracting and converting new customers, dealing with incoming referrals, whilst maintaining and cultivating the existing customer base at VUE. You will be instrumental in increasing the sales and profits and responsible for generating your own contribution to the overall sales target. You will research industry trends and use your insight to identify business opportunities in new and existing markets. You will monitor customer feedback closely to ensure the business delivers the best products and services. You will also attend business events to learn more about their industry and network with other professionals and potential clients.

Daily Responsibilities

• Mapping the relevant industries and inputting to sales strategy
• Directly contacting prospects and customers to create new relationships, deal with incoming referrals and manage existing ones.
• Driving the preparation of sales materials alongside the marketing team.
• Ensuring the pipeline remains healthy and that leads are progressing through the stages.
• Negotiating business terms with new and existing clients to successfully meet sales targets.
• Managing CRM system appropriately.
• Training and mentoring the wider sales team members using your own experience and customers on our products, hardware, and software.
• Attending networking opportunities including conferences, exhibitions, and industry events.

Skills required

• Detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to explain complex systems in a clear and simple language.
• Organisation and prioritisation skills, to follow leads through the sales process.
• Ability to multi-task and cope well in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative and a positive attitude.
• Team player and ability to build close relationships with other teams.
• Resilience.

Qualifications

None

Additional Information

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at Radius

Our global DEI networks champion LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultural diversity, women's empowerment and mental health, neurodiversity and disability support.

We also offer:

• Global Female Health Policy & Female Health Champions
• Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Treatment Policies
• Endometriosis Friendly Employer (UK)
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Disability Confident Committed Employer (Level 1)
• Race at Work Charter signatory
• Proud sponsor of Crewe Pride (5years running) and Cheshire Pride Awards Corporate Supporter 2025
• Community network driving charity and volunteering initiatives, with 8 consecutive years of participation in the UK Challenge.
• Give as you earn scheme (payroll giving) and match funding

Radius is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to welcome people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.